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CodeWriter
4500 Series
Operator’s
Manual
Manual Part No. 108738
Rev. C
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NOTICE There are no user-servicable parts inside the side access panel on the Codewriter 4500 Series products. Do not attempt to open the side access panel without first turning off the power to the unit, disconnecting the power cord from the unit, and disconnecting all communication cables. All service procedures should be performed by a qualified service technician. NOTICE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device m
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WARNING Any alteration or modification to this equipment may cause non-compliance to: WARNUNG Jede Abänderung oder Modifizierung dieses Geräts kann eine Zuwiderhandlung gegen folgende Bestimmungen darstellen: ADVERTENCIA Cualquier alteración o modificación de este equipo podría resultar en la infracción de: ATTENTION Tout changement ou modification apporté à cet équipement peut entraîner sa non conformité au: • UL safety standard 1950, Third Edition • CSA safety standard C22.2 No. 950 • FCC re
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WARNING The operator must disconnect the printer from the AC power supply before performing any corrective action procedure that requires reaching into the printer. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Connect 115V (230V) units to 115V (230V) outlets only! The printhead gets hot during use. Wait until the printhead is cool before handling the printhead. Connecting this equipm
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ADVENTERCIA El usuario debe desconectar la impresora de la corriente alterna AC antes de proceder con cualquier arreglo que requiera meter la mano dentro de la impresora. Los cambios o modificaciones llevados a cabo en esta unidad, no aprobados explicitamente por la parte responsable de cumplir con el reglamento, podrían invalidar la autoridad del usuario para utilizar el equipo. ¡Conecte unidades de 115V (230V) unicamente a tomas de 115V (230V)! La cabeza impresora se recalienta con el uso. Esp
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Datasouth CodeWriter 4500 Disclaimer of Warranties Software All software is licensed “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied, including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Datasouth Computer and it’s authorized sales agent have no liability or responsibility to you or any other person or entity with respect to any liability, loss, or damage caused, or alleged to have been caused directly or indirectly by the
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CodeWriter is a trademark of Datasouth Computer. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Datasouth 4216 Stuart Andrew Boulevard Charlotte, North Carolina 28217 • Phone: 704.523.8500 • Service: 800.476.2450 • Sales: 800.476.2120 • Internet: www.datasouth.com vii
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Contents Table of Contents Introduction .................................................................................1 CodeWriter 4500 Series Models .................................................................. 1 CodeWriter 4500 Series Features ............................................................... 3 Guide to the Operator’s Manual................................................................... 5 Quick Start Guide...............................................................
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Contents Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................ 49 Response to Display Messages .................................................................49 Print Quality Issues.....................................................................................53 Data Communications Issues.....................................................................55 Hex Dump Mode.........................................................................................
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Contents Table of Figures Figure 1 – CodeWriter 4505 Front/Side View ................................................. 2 Figure 2 – CodeWriter 4505 Rear View .......................................................... 2 Figure 3 – Label Roll Feed Path ..................................................................... 9 Figure 4 – Thermal Transfer Ribbon Feed Path ........................................... 10 Figure 5 – CodeWriter 4500 Series Operator Panel ....................................
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Introduction Introduction Welcome to the Datasouth customer family. For more than 20 years Datasouth customers have enjoyed high-performance printer products, quality consumables, and responsive service. We take pride in products that operate reliably year after year. We encourage you to contact our service organization via phone or the Internet for any assistance you may require during the set-up and operation of your Datasouth printer. Take a moment now to become familiar with CodeWriter 4500
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Introduction Operator Panel Media and Printhead Document Exit Access Cover and Tear Bar Figure 1 – CodeWriter 4505 Front/Side View Communications Option (not installed) Keyboard Interface (not installed) External Media Feed Slot RS232 Communications Port Figure 2 – CodeWriter 4505 Rear View 2
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Introduction CodeWriter 4500 Series Features The Datasouth CodeWriter 4500 Series printers are compact, rugged, direct thermal/thermal transfer label printers designed for the bar code industry. The printers’ high speed and high dot density offer the ability to create quality labels, tickets, and tags containing text, graphics and bar codes. CodeWriter Series printers are part of Datasouth's Adaptive Solutions Architecture tm (ASA ) family of products. Each ASA product supports Datasouth's Prin
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Introduction Features Host or Standalone operation tm Printer Application Language (PAL ) allowing ability to write powerful programs residing on the printer. Direct Thermal and Thermal Transfer operation High dot resolution (300 dpi) tm Windows drivers with printer fonts and barcode fonts included allowing any Windows application to print barcodes. 4 MB standard on-board RAM Memory expandable to 16 MB Metal cabinet Maximum Print speed: 4505 and 4505+, 5 IPS; 4510, 10 IPS Operator Panel
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Introduction Guide to the Operator’s Manual The CodeWriter 4500 Series Operator’s Manual documents all printer features, controls and specifications. The following suggestions will help guide you quickly to the most useful manual section. tm Note: Viewing this document electronically with Adobe Acrobat allows the use of links to move to the desired section. Click on the embedded bold section names in the following section (and throughout the manual) to use this feature. First Time Users Turn to
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Quick Start Guide Quick Start Guide Unpacking and Power Up Upon receipt of your Datasouth printer, you should inspect for possible in-transit damage. Check to see if there is any evidence of being dropped, crushed or punctured. If there is evidence of damage, contact the carrier directly to advise them of the extent and nature of the damage. Datasouth printers are protected in shipment with custom packaging. The printer is enclosed in a plastic bag to protect it from moisture during shipping. O
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Quick Start Guide Applying Power to the Printer Connect the AC power cord to the printer. Note: 230V units have a label near the Printer’s AC Input. Plug the power cord into grounded AC outlet and turn the printer on. The power switch is located on the printer’s left side. The printer will begin it’s start-up routine. The printer will automatically advance through status items during start-up. When the printer has gone through all the start-up items, the LCD display will show Interface Status -
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Quick Start Guide Media Loading Loading and Feeding Label Roll Figure 3 outlines the media path for loading the label stock. Printhead Label Roll Lock Lever Shaft Printhead Label Guide Bar Bracket Label Guide Guide Block Blocks Adjustment Knob Figure 3 – Label Roll Feed Path 1. Lift the Media Access Cover using the tab in the bottom center side of the cover. DO NOT lift from the front panel. 2. Find the “PRESS HERE” label affixed to the Printhead Bracket. Press down on the Printhead Bracket
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Quick Start Guide Loading and Feeding the Ribbon Thermal transfer applications require a ribbon. Direct Thermal users go to the next step. Figure 4 shows the feed path for the ribbon. Ribbon Take-Up Ribbon Supply Roll Ribbon Guide Bar Figure 4 – Thermal Transfer Ribbon Feed Path NOTE: If installing a ribbon with width less than the maximum ribbon width, both the ribbon supply and the take-up core must be centered on the shafts. 1. Place the ribbon on the Ribbon Supply shaft so that the ribbon
